Here’s a simple, hearty recipe for smoked sausage and potatoes—easy, fast, and perfect for a weeknight meal. No unsafe ingredients or medical claims, just good comfort food.
Smoked Sausage & Potatoes (Skillet or Oven)
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1.5–2 lbs (700–900 g) potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or red potatoes work best)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or 2–3 minced garlic cloves)
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
OPTION 1: Skillet Method (fast & crispy)
- Brown the sausage
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned (4–6 minutes). Remove and set aside. - Cook the potatoes
Add remaining oil to the skillet. Add diced potatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic.
Cook 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and browned. - Add veggies
Add onions and bell peppers. Cook 5 minutes until softened. - Combine
Return sausage to the skillet. Stir everything together for 2–3 minutes. - Serve
Garnish with parsley if you like. Enjoy!
OPTION 2: Oven Method (hands-off & easy)
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Mix everything
Toss potatoes, sausage, onion, and peppers with olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. - Spread on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Bake 35–45 minutes, stirring halfway, until potatoes are golden and tender.
- Serve hot.
If you’d like, I can also include:
- a slow-cooker version,
- a Cajun or cheesy version,
- or a shopping list.
